looking for new housing (Vancouver)

Hope you all had a pleasant summer, it sure was great meeting all of you at the different events and look forward to do so in the future.In the meantime, I am starting to look for a new place to live for the next two months for my landlord is selling the house. Currently I am debating to go with a studio over a room and welcome any suggestions and advise. I am considering different neighborhoods such as Kitsilano, Fairview and Mount Pleasant. In addittion, I am also consideringKensington and Renfrew in East Van as they are next to the major Expo and Millenium skytrain line. Depending on the chhoice I will also be in need of furniture and welcome any stores you can suggest.